This type of food is scary to look at but is as nutritious as ginseng.

Hair fairy is a nutritious food

Hair fairy (also known as saltwater hair fairy, hair fairy seaweed) is a type of seaweed belonging to the family Rhodophyceae. They often grow in tropical and subtropical seas, clinging to coral reefs or reefs. Hair fairy fibers are slender, long and smooth, green-black or reddish-brown when fresh, turning black when dried.

In culinary , hairy hair is often used in its dried form, forming small hair-like clumps. It has a distinctive sea flavor, slightly salty and has a light seaweed aroma. Hairy hair is often used to prepare dishes such as salads, soups, sweet soups, or as an ingredient for vegetarian dishes.

Support digestion

The rich fiber content in hairy fern helps increase intestinal motility, prevent constipation and promote food digestion. In addition, fiber also helps nourish beneficial bacteria in the intestines, maintain a healthy intestinal microflora, thereby enhancing the body's resistance.

Iodine supplement, good for the thyroid

Hairy is an excellent natural source of iodine. Iodine is an essential mineral for thyroid function, helping to produce thyroid hormones, regulate metabolism and maintain energy for the body. Adequate iodine supplementation helps prevent thyroid diseases such as goiter and hypothyroidism.

Fairy hair has an unattractive appearance. (Photo: Toronto Star)

Improve cardiovascular health

Studies show that regular consumption of hairy roots can help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood, while increasing good cholesterol (HDL). This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and stroke.

Blood sugar control

Fiber in hairy orchids plays an important role in controlling blood sugar levels. Thanks to its ability to slow down the absorption of sugar into the blood, hairy orchids help stabilize blood sugar, reduce dangerous complications of type 2 diabetes, and effectively support treatment of the disease.

Improve bone and joint health

Hairy stem contains calcium, magnesium and vitamin K, nutrients important for the development and maintenance of healthy bones and joints. Regular consumption of hairy stem helps prevent osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.

Beautify skin and hair

Vitamin A, vitamin C and antioxidants in hair fairy help nourish healthy skin, prevent aging, reduce wrinkles and fade dark spots. In addition, hair fairy also helps hair strong, shiny and prevents hair loss.

Detoxify the body, strengthen immunity

Hair fairy has the ability to absorb toxins in the body and eliminate them, helping to purify the body, enhance liver and kidney function. Vitamin C and antioxidants in hair fairy help strengthen the immune system, protecting the body from pathogens such as bacteria and viruses.

Hair is extremely nutritious for the body. (Photo: Istock)

How to use fairy hair

- Hairy angelica is usually sold in dried form. Before processing, you need to soak the hairy angelica in warm water for about 15-20 minutes to soften. Then, wash and process into dishes as desired.

- You should buy hair extensions at reputable stores with clear origins. Good quality dried hair extensions are usually naturally black, not moldy, and have no strange smell.

- Before cooking, soak the hairy roots in warm water until soft. Do not soak for too long as it will lose the flavor and nutrition of the hairy roots.

- Although hairy angelica has many health benefits, you should not eat too much at once. Eating too much hairy angelica can cause indigestion and bloating.

- Some people may be allergic to seafood, including hair fairy. If you have a history of seafood allergies, you should be cautious when using hair fairy.

Correspondent Thu Phuong (VOV.VN)

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